Gaylord Industries · 7 hours ago
Controller
Tualatin, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $135K/yr
5+ years expGaylord Industries is seeking an experienced leader and hands-on Plant Controller to oversee all financial operations for a dynamic manufacturing facility. This role will serve as the key financial business partner to site leadership, providing strategic insights and ensuring compliance with GAAP while managing plant accounting functions.
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Responsibilities
Full ownership of the site’s financial operations, including General Ledger management, journal entries, reconciliations, and Month-End Close activities, ensuring all internal and external reporting deadlines are met
Manage current accounting team, A/R, A/P, and IT
Lead the manufacturing cost accounting process — ensuring accurate tracking of material, labor, and overhead costs, and driving actionable analysis to improve margins and operational efficiency
Develop and maintain standard costing models, variance analysis, and inventory controls
Prepare, review, and present financial statements and operational reports to corporate finance and executive leadership
Partner closely with plant management to drive fiscal discipline, forecast accuracy, and continuous improvement in financial processes
Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and corporate accounting policies
Coordinate and support internal and external audits, ensuring all documentation and processes meet audit standards
Provide financial oversight of capital expenditures, project ROI, and long-term budgeting for the facility
Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization within accounting and reporting functions
Mentor and develop accounting staff to ensure accuracy, accountability, and professional growth
Partner with the management team to gather, analyze and prepare financial reports, forecasts and similar ad-hoc analysis, including the preparation of the annual budget
Lead the annual physical inventory process, as well as oversee and reconcile inventory cycle counts
Provides financial leadership in all strategic and business analysis
Adhere to all financial and key business process controls and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required
CPA or MBA preferred
5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with at least 3 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role within a manufacturing environment
Deep understanding of manufacturing cost accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation
Experience overseeing inventory control, production reporting, and cost-of-goods-sold analysis
Proficiency with ERP/manufacturing
Demonstrated experience managing audits and ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls
Demonstrated ability to improve and streamline accounting processes for efficiency and accuracy
Strong analytical and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Hands-on, collaborative, and results-oriented leadership style
Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and how financial results are impacted by production, purchasing, and supply chain activities
Proven ability to analyze and interpret operational data to support efficiency improvements and cost reduction initiatives
Strong leadership skills with a history of developing and mentoring accounting teams
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
High proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial leaders
Strong communication and collaboration skills to partner effectively with operations, supply chain, and executive leadership teams
High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with tight deadlines
Willingness to work extended hours during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles
Ability to effectively make strategic decisions with impact on multiple areas
Ability to collaborate and align cross-functionally within plant and with corporate
Ability to achieve specific objectives/outcomes and set/meet key initiatives
Must be able to plan & accomplish goals with limited supervision
Benefits
Plus Annual Incentive Performance Bonus Opportunity
Company
Gaylord Industries
Gaylord Industries is a construction company offering construction management services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase